An undiscovered gem to the south of the main resort areas, Bijilo Beach is a small and quiet hotel with breathtaking views, situated on an unspoilt stretch of beach.

This hotel attracts many repeat guests year after year, tempted by the tranquil, spacious gardens, welcoming atmosphere and of course the enviable beach location.

The hotel rooms, swimming pool and public areas are well looked after by the Gambian owners who take great pride in their hotel. The airy rooms are situated in two-storey buildings within the well kept grounds, and these are spacious and well equipped with fans, air-conditioning, hairdryer and telephone. However their elevated position mean you will also get a pleasant sea breeze as well as stunning views overlooking the gardens, beach and ocean beyond. In addition we can offer apartments, which have a separate living/dining area providing a more spacious option for long stays or families, with tea and coffee-making facilities.

The Bijilo Beach Hotel has one restaurant with a fantastic terrace looking towards the sea, as well as a rooftop seating area for a pre-dinner drink whilst watching the sun set. The restaurant offers both table d'hôte and an à la carte menu, at a supplement for half board guests. The hotel provides some evening entertainment in the form of local bands and cultural shows; there are now also a few local beach bars and a restaurant next door, plus the lively resort of Kololi, with a number of bars and restaurants, is only a five-minute taxi ride away.

This attractive, family-run hotel would suit couples wishing to relax in peaceful surroundings yet be within easy reach of a livelier resort. Due to its increasing popularity with both British and Scandinavian clients plus the relatively small number of rooms, we recommend booking early.

About the Local Area (Bijilo)

The beauty of Bijilo is there is very little here! Situated about five minutes south of Kololi there are as yet no restaurants or nightclubs to disturb the peace, just a couple of beach bars on a long stretch of beach with very few people on it.

Beaches

This is a wonderfully unspoilt, long stretch of sand with only a couple of smaller hotels here and beach bars with the odd fruit seller - perfect for a relaxing day.